DStv unveils December 2013 highlights

 Premium pay TV station DSTV, has unveiled its December 2013 highlights for his teeming subscribers to watch and enjoy. Below are the highlights.

M-Net (DStv Channel 101)

Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D (Premiere):  Clark Gregg reprises his role of Agent Phil Coulson from Marvel's feature films, as he assembles a small, highly select group of Agents from the worldwide law-enforcement organization known as S.H.I.E.L.D. Together they investigate the new, the strange and the unknown around the globe, protecting the ordinary from the extraordinary. Coulson's team consists of Agent Grant Ward, highly trained in combat and espionage; Agent Melinda May, expert pilot and martial artist; Agent Leo Fitz, brilliant engineer; and Agent Jemma Simmons, genius bio-chemist. Joining them on their journey into mystery is new recruit and computer hacker Skye. From Wednesday 27 November at 19:30 CAT.

DISCOVERY CHANNEL (DStv Channel 121)

King of Crash:The world of the demolition derby can be summed up by one simple axiom – 'smash or be smashed'. Explosive egos, intense competition and automotive carnage make these destructive events impossible to turn away from. Set in Utah’s demolition derby circuit, this is a world of legalised road rage - where the accidents aren’t accidents and the characters are as combustible as the collisions! TJ, the Sweat Brothers and Gumby the Stormin’ Mormon compete for bragging rights, family honour and enough prize money to repair their cars for the next event. The series explores the personal lives of eight drivers who step behind the wheel every week in hope of crushing the competition and bringing home a win. At each derby, competitors advance through various heats for a chance to capture the coveted title of 'Mad Dog: Most Aggressive Driver', and juggle nagging physical pain, strained family relationships and financial stresses as they push ahead in their quest to become derby champion.From Friday 6 December at 20:30 CAT.

E!ENTERTAINMENT (DStv Channel 124)

E! Entertainment Special: Tori Spelling: She’s come a long way from her role in the hit teen series Beverly Hills, 90210, and Tori Spelling is now an author, producer, designer, reality TV star, wife, mother and, most recently, a survivor.  Join Giuliana Rancic this month for an intimate and exclusive look at Tori’s personal world as she discusses everything from her career and marriages to the difficult pregnancy that left her bed-ridden for two months and nearly cost her life. It airs on Thursday 12 December at 22:00 CAT.

True Hollywood Story: Cee Lo: Discover everything you’ve ever wanted to know about Cee Lo Green on E! this month as the singer reveals the truth behind his troubled youth and his struggles with kleptomania, the important role religion played in his life, and how he earned the name ‘Chicken Head’. Featuring candid interviews from family, friends and celebrity pals ranging from Christina Aguilera to Nicole Scherzinger, this is one you won’t forget! On Thursday 19 December at 22:00 CAT.

SONY ENTERTAINMENT (DStv Channel 127)

The Arsenio Hall Show: Hosted by comedian and actor Arsenio Hall, the show features a mix of comedy, music and celebrity guests, bringing a fresh new perspective to the chat show!  An Emmy Award-winner, the original The Arsenio Hall Show broke ground with iconic moments like Bill Clinton playing his saxophone, Michael Jackson’s guest appearance with Eddie Murphy and Mariah Carey’s television debut.  Mondays to Fridays at 19:00 CAT.

DISCOVERY WORLD (DStv Channel)

Bizarre Foods: Packing an open mind, a strong stomach and a healthy appetite for travel, internationally renowned chef and food writer Andrew Zimmern embarks on a mission to explore and share local delicacies from around the globe. He tastes his way around the world eating lamb’s eyes, boiled cow hooves, fried crickets, snail porridge and even jellied moose nose. From Monday 2 December at 22:00 CAT

DISCOVERY ID (DStv Channel 171)

Who on Earth Did I Marry:Men and women who fell in love with liars, cheats, and thieves and lived to tell the tale share their shocking first-hand accounts of relationships that went from ‘I do’ to ‘you did what?’. How can couples hide heinous secrets from each other, and what does it mean to realise that the love of your life isn’t who they claim to be? Find out, as these once blissful brides lay bare the betrayals that almost destroyed them. From fraudsters to thieves and even murderers, these compelling and sometimes startling characters somehow managed to keep the terrible truth about their double lives hidden from their scandalised spouses. On Wednesday 11 December at 20:50 CAT.

TLC ENTERTAINMENT (DStv Channel 172)

Extreme Cougar Wives (Premiere):The series follows three women and their much younger beaus who live by the expression 'age is only a number'. In this one-off special, the three stars of the show are 53-year-old Jude, Stephanie, who is 65, and the queen of the crop, 76-year-old Hattie - whose insatiable appetite for younger men continues unabated, and who describes her life as 'extreme'. But it's not all plain sailing for this trio of boy-daters. Jude, who is marrying her daughter's old high-school boyfriend Kevin, 21, is struggling to deal with his family's disapproval. Meanwhile, Stephanie is dating 28-year-old hunk Octavio, and can't help but feel the age difference when it comes to spending time with his friends. Hattie, however, has no intention of settling down and is always on the hunt for another young man to entertain her. From Wednesday 11 December at 20:55 CAT.

The Undateables (Premiere):Looking for love can be tricky, but some find it harder than others. Add disability to the equation and it can sometimes seem almost impossible. It follows the journeys of several extraordinary singletons as they enter the dating circuit in pursuit of love. From a doctor of psychology with dwarfism to a young man with Tourette's and an office worker with Down’s syndrome, the series follows them as they enter the world of blind dates, matchmakers and speed-dating. With the help of Searchmate - one of the UK's leading personal introductions agencies - and Stars in the Sky - a specialist dating agency for people with learning difficulties – The Undateables explores the realities of looking for love in an image-obsessed world, where too many people make snap judgements based on first impressions - and even consider some to be 'undateable'.From Wednesday 18 December at 20:00 CAT.

FOOD NETWORK (DStv channel 175)

Iron Chef America: All Star Holiday Dessert Battle: It’s an all-star culinary showdown! Paula Deen partners up with Iron Chef Cat Cora to compete against Food Network's very own Tyler Florence and Robert Irvine in the battle of the holiday desserts!The secret ingredient is sugar, and it’s down to the chefs to conjure up a taste-bud tantalising array of sweet delights, but whose creation will see them crowned the winner of the holiday dessert challenge? Tune in for a special on Monday 16 December at 09.45, 20.10 & 04.30 CAT.

Siba’s Christmas Table:Join Siba Mtongana for a delicious Christmas feast with her family and friends in this seasonal special of Siba’s Table.  The South African cook will entice even the most reluctant of cooks to get into the kitchen and share the Christmas spirit through delicious food and plenty of good cheer.Siba is known for producing a vibrant and mouth-watering explosion of flavour as she draws upon the buzzing restaurant scene in South Africa, her childhood influences, and her time as a food editor in order to wow the taste buds of friends and family alike. Tune in on Friday 20 at 11:50 and 17:40 CAT.

DISCOVERY HD (DStv Channel 180)

Best of 2013:Join Discovery HD Showcase this December for another chance to see the channel’s landmark shows from 2013. Pull on your leathers and ride pillion with series three of ‘Café Racer’. Meanwhile, sit back and rev up your engines for ‘Mystery Cars’, ‘Inside West Coast Customs’ and series five of ‘Chasing Classic Cars’. Recline your seats, lie back and enjoy the stunning views in ‘Aerial America’ and series three of ‘The Aviators’. Take an explosive and up-close look at how some of the world’s most spectacular firework shows are prepared and executed in mind-blowing new series ‘Pyros’. Finally, get ready to cast your line and haul in a monster catch with ‘Rod & Rucksack’.From Tuesday 24 December at 17:00 CAT.

ANIMAL PLANET (DStv Channel 183)

Man, Cheetah, Wild: Brand new series follows Kim Wolhuter, a man at one with an untamed world. A maverick filmmaker who was raised in the wild, he doesn’t just sit in a truck to film some of Africa’s biggest predators - he wins their trust and runs alongside them barefoot. Watch Wolhuter trail a female cheetah and her five cubs, spending 18 months living and running alongside them. From Thursday 26 December at 22:00 CAT.

DISNEY CHANNEL (DStv Channel 303)

Mako Mermaids: Mischievous teen mermaids Lyla, Nixie and Sirena, guardians of Mako Island, fail to stop 16 year old Zac from falling into the sacred Moon Pool and becoming a Merman. Rather than risk being cast out forever, the mermaids must get legs, venture onto land and take back Zac’s new powers. It premieres on Saturday 14 December at 10:15 CAT.

Abominable Christmas:In this delightful film, after two Abominable Snowkids are chased from their mountain hideaway, they are forced to spend Christmas with the most feared animals of all: humans! Despite their mischief, the Snowkids come to understand the meaning of Christmas as they help the family learn to appreciate each other. This entertaining family film features a star-studded vocal cast which includes Emilio Estevez, Ray Liotta and Matthew Lilliard. Watch this animated adventure on Saturday 21 December at 10:40 CAT.

New Year’s Eve Party:Disney Channel gets the New Year's Eve party started with a four episode catch-up of Mako Mermaids followed by favourite Disney Pixar movie Ratatouille at 09:30. Then Mako Mermaids repeats at 14:35, before a brand new Violetta episode. Another chance to see early December's Future Weekend episodes is next, and then screens 2013’s hit film Teen Beach Movie. All this is followed by party-themed episodes until midnight.Join us to celebrate New Year’s Eve the Disney Channel way!

Big Wednesday:Every Wednesday throughout December at 17:00 CAT, Disney Channel gives fans a chance to catch the latest brand new episodes of their favourite shows.Big Wednesdays will feature all the latest episodes of shows like Shake It Up, Austin & Ally, Wolf Blood and Dog with a Blog. It’s a great opportunity for fans to catch up on everything they have missed.Join DStv for Big Wednesdays every Wednesday throughout December at 17:00 CAT.

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Please note that programming, dates and times are subject to change. In addition, please note that different channels are available in different DStv bouquets and in different countries.